Necropsy is an autopsy for non-humansThough the term “necropsy” is typically used for non-human animals, Bollinger also uses “autopsy” because “it’s understood by more people.” In determining potential reasons for the attack, Bollinger notes the age, sex and body condition of the bear. Results not disclosedDespite his contributions to bear attack investigations, Bollinger often learns the outcomes, if any, through media or government reports. As Provincial Bear Biologist Elizabeth O’Hara previously told the StarPhoenix, the most dangerous black bear is a predatory black bear. The bear involved in an August 2020 attack at Buffalo Narrows also seemed to want food, but it wasn’t starving.